The LCRA Telecom team is searching for a Land Mobile Radio Technician II! LCRA Telecom is dedicated to keeping LCRA and its customers connected. As a team, we operate and maintain one of the largest and most sophisticated private communications networks in Texas including a state-of-the-art 700/900 MHz Critical Communications radio system. LCRA provides critical communications services for a diverse customer base including utilities, transit systems, flood warning management, school districts, public safety as well as internal LCRA customers. Our mission is to improve the lives of Central Texas and our teams are dedicated to service with safety focus as top priority!

You will be trusted to:

- Install, troubleshoot and program 2 way radio and dispatch equipment. Interpret schematics, drawings and technical manuals necessary to install, repair and align 2 way radios to spec.

- Understand and troubleshoot 12vdc systems including relays, timers, switches, etc.

- Have good understanding and proper use of hand tools and power tools in performing repair and maintenance tasks.

- Good understanding of MS Office products and computer skills

- Provide support and exceptional customer service to public safety and non-public safety customers, technicians, analysts and engineers.

- Perform work by traveling independently or with a small crew to various locations in central Texas.

- Follow LCRA Safety and Operating Procedures and Guidelines.

- Document changes made to systems or equipment through appropriate communications and record keeping practices. Documents work into logs, files, system prints and other records and through communications, both verbal and written, with other team members and supervisors.

- Read and evaluate wiring diagrams, blueprints and schematics.

- Provide accurate and detailed documentation of maintenance activities, operating logs, and equipment repairs.

- Assist senior level technicians in the evaluation of new products and services. Act as a resource for colleagues with less experience. May direct work and schedules of other staff members which include but not limited to equipment installations.

- Provide on-call coverage as needed.

You qualify with:

- Three or more years of experience in one or more of the following networking technologies: WAN – MPLS, LAN – Route/Switch, DWDM, RF/Microwave Radio, 700/900MHz Trunked Radio (LMR) and/or LTE. A bachelor’s or associate degree in computer science or related field. An industry professional-level certification may be substituted for certain years of experience.

- Driver’s License

You are a great fit with:

- Experience in analog, Project 25 conventional and trunked radio systems

- Experience with programming and troubleshooting Harris, Motorola, and\or other commercial LMR equipment

- Degree(s) in electronics technology, telecommunications technology, computer science or relevant field

You gain:

- Competitive salary & medical, dental, vision and legal insurance

- Paid time off, including time for vacation, sick and family care leave

- 401(k) match up to 8% that includes a student loan 401(k) contribution program option

- Life and disability insurance

- Wellness program including wellness incentive

- Extensive learning & development programs

And more - all to create a compelling and rewarding work environment.

Equal Opportunity Employer

LCRA provides equal employment opportunities and a work environment free of discrimination and harassment.  All employment decisions at LCRA are based on business need, job requirement and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, or veteran status in accordance with applicable federal and state legal requirements governing nondiscrimination in employment.

LCRA is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants with physical or mental disabilities. Applicants with a disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process can contact LCRA Human Resources (512) 578-4004 or email lcra.benefits@lcra.org. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis.